Madison Shipman

Madison Taylor Shipman is an American former professional softball player and broadcaster.

Madison Taylor Shipman is an American former professional softball player and broadcaster. She played college softball for the Tennessee Volunteers, later played professionally in National Pro Fastpitch, and has worked as a softball analyst for ESPN and as a Toronto Blue Jays broadcaster.

What it is

Shipman, a shortstop, played college softball at Tennessee from 2011 to 2014, finishing with 44 home runs and 207 RBIs. She was named the 2014 Southeastern Conference Player of the Year and helped the Lady Vols reach the Women's College World Series in 2012 and 2013. After college, she played professionally for the USSSA Pride and Scrap Yard Dawgs until 2016.

Why it matters

Shipman transitioned into sports media in 2018, becoming a softball analyst for ESPN and the SEC Network. In 2023, she joined Sportsnet as a broadcaster for Toronto Blue Jays coverage, making her relevant to Canadian audiences. Her move to baseball broadcasting highlights her versatility and the growing crossover between softball and baseball media.

Key details

Shipman is from Valencia, California, and was a top recruit at Valencia High School. She played for the USSSA Pride and Scrap Yard Dawgs in National Pro Fastpitch. Her broadcasting roles include ESPN, SEC Network, and Sportsnet, where she provides analysis for Blue Jays games.